The BCF is the sole trade association representing the interests of the decorative, industrial, powder, printing ink and wallcovering industry.

BioCote® additives can be used in paints, inks, wallpaper and general coatings to create hygienic products that are a permanent protection against superbugs such as MRSA, E.Coli and other microorganisms.

Commenting on BioCote’s membership Graham Harvey, the company’s Commercial Director, said: “Joining the BCF will ensure we can work closely with coating and wallcovering manufacturers that are looking to offer antimicrobial products to their customers.

“Protection against bacteria, mould and viruses is becoming increasingly more important within a wide range of settings, both commercial and domestic. Therefore, offering coatings and wallcoverings with an antimicrobial additive to kill germs on contact is an attractive concept for those who want to create a healthy environment.”

This HACCP certification supports organisations that demonstrate food safety excellence in non-food products that are designed for, or commonly used in, the food industry.

BioCote has undertaken an independent assessment and verification process. By completing this process, companies can demonstrate that their products are fit for purpose, and if used correctly they will not compromise food safety protocols.

Only products that are certified by HACCP International can carry the HACCP mark.

The HACCP International mark is particularly aimed at those products that are required to be ‘food safe’ compliant, or HACCP approved in order to meet the food safety demands of their quality conscious customers.

BioCote additives can be used in food packaging and manufacturing processes to create a hygienic solution – a permanent protection against superbugs such as MRSA, E.Coli and other microorganisms.

Speaking of BioCote’s achievement, Commercial Director Graham Harvey said: “The benefits of antimicrobial technology within the food industry have long been recognised, but it is fantastic to have official backing from HACCP.”

Fraser Stock Director at Angloplas commented:

Thank you for a good meeting. I think that they are always helpful and I find that I always come away with something new, plus of course it’s a good way to network with people using the same technology.

Simon Baugh, Marketing Director at Link 51 commented:

A really useful training session, Thank you

These quartly sessions are open for all of our customers to attend. The next BioCote sale training session is scheduled to be held on the 23 May 2012.

 

 

 

To read more about the article go to: pages 59 & 61 http://www.scienceparks.co.uk/ebook/

Most recently, BioCote’s Technical Director, Dr. Richard Hastings, has been invited to join the growing trend for e-publishing novel scientific data. This latest invitation comes from an established international publisher of quality print and online journals and books covering varied disciplines of science, technology, medicine and social sciences.

Please visit their website www.benthameditorial.org for more information.

The publishers, after considering BioCote’s important contributions in the field of microbiology, invited us to submit material for an eBook, an eBook series or an eLecture in our area of expertise as an author.

eBooks are a relatively recent development in the publishing world, offering a variety of innovative options to the reader as compared to the traditional printed book.

The NPower League 1 club worked in partnership with Highgrade Carpet & Upholstery Care to apply BioCote’s unique technology to the carpets in its sponsors’ lounge and Boardroom.

Bryan Cooper, MD at Highgrade, said: “The fact is that carpets provide the ideal breeding ground for a wide range of potentially deadly bacteria.  This makes both the cleaning and protection of carpets paramount, particularly in areas where there is a lot of human traffic like football clubs where there may be a greater risk of bacterial contamination.

“Whilst the healthcare, retail and food industry sectors have been incorporating BioCote technology into their hygiene strategies for many years to reduce the risk of people being exposed to bacterial contamination, Brentford FC is the first football club to apply this technology to its facilities.  This demonstrates its commitment to the well-being of everyone involved in the club.  The impact of an outbreak of infectious disease amongst Brentford’s players for instance could be detrimental, therefore any measures to reduce this happening are well received.”

A global leader in antimicrobial technology, BioCote Ltd is usually incorporated into products at the manufacturing stage, providing built-in protection for the expected lifetime of a product.   Independently proven to reduce levels of bacteria by up to 99.99%, it means BioCote technology creates a safer, cleaner and more hygienic environment.

Highgrade Carpet & Upholstery Care is the first company in the UK that can apply BioCote retrospectively, giving the company a competitive advantage in the cleaning market.

Bryan continued: “Ultimately, we can offer our customers an advanced cleaning treatment for any new or existing carpets and upholstery that will dramatically improve hygiene and combat bacterial growth and the associated risks of cross contamination.”

For more information on Highgrade visit www.highgradecleaning.co.uk

The BioCote team would like to wish all the best to the newly weds!!! By the way, the cake was delicious!

CHEO also declared detailed of an outbreak of the bacterium when they confirmed three in patients infected with C. difficile. One of those patients has since recovered and been discharged, meaning the known number of infected patients being treated remains at three.

“The good news is that we’re not climbing, but we’re not going back down,” CHEO spokeswoman Marie Belanger said.

Hospital staff diagnosed the most recent patient with C. difficile when they came into the hospital for scheduled treatment. They don’t know where the pathogen was contracted from.

Read more: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/CHEO+reports+case+difficile+admitted+ward/5684812/story.html#ixzz1dIHQItUH

International Conference on Environmental Security for Food and Health

The organising committee are interesrted in the results of the BioCote-University of Oxford research paper: ‘Campylobacter genotypes from poultry transportation crates indicate a source of contamination and transmission’ published in J Appl Microbiol., 2011.

The event will take place in Vivchananda Kendra, Cape Comarin, Tamil Nadu, India, on February 16-18, 2012.

Visit www.epsglobal.ca and www.epsworldlink.com for program details.

Public toilet sign

The article, appearing in WebMD Health News OnLine, reports the findings of a study of bacterial isolates from high touch environmental sites in 22 public toilets and aircraft by University of Florida. Bacteria isolated included Staphylococcus, E. coli and Enterococcus, all infectious bacteria capable of causing human illness. These findings were also presented at the annual meeting of the Infectious Diseases Society of America in Boston (http://www.idsociety.org/Index.aspx)

Given that it can be difficult to avoid using these types of public conveniences from time to time, what is the appropriate way to avoid contracting an illness caused by the sort of organism detected by this study? Undoubtedly good personal hygiene but the rationale for the application of BioCote antimicrobial technology is strong. BioCote’s technology is tried, tested and proven! It’s not claimed to be the cure, but it can be a useful compliment.

Read the article: http://www.webmd.com/news/20111021/bacteria-hard-to-avoid-in-public-bathrooms